Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 3:34AM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 12:34am
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the lower 70s may cause
people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
temperatures which are currently only in the upper 40s on the
lakes and in the mid 40s on the rivers.
* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to
anyone immersed in the water. According to the Maine Warden
Service, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the
chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely
high. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan
accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to
avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear
your life jacket!
* Strong winds are also expected today with gusts up to 32 mph from
the northwest. If boating on large bodies of water, these strong
winds can increase the likelihood of overturning your boat,canoe or
kayak due to increased wave heights.
Area Description:
Northeast Aroostook; Northern Piscataquis; Northern Penobscot; Southeast Aroostook; Central Piscataquis; Central Penobscot; Southern Penobscot; Interior Hancock; Central Washington; Coastal Hancock; Coastal Washington; Southern Piscataquis; Northern Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Caribou ME
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov